Unmasking potential and celebrating ability.
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Welcome to the Cortney’s Place Emerging Leaders Summer Internship Program! We are excited to have you join us in our mission of unmasking potential and celebrating ability.
This program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) while helping you grow as a leader, advocate, and active member of your community.
(Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
This program is open to students entering high school through senior year who are interested in leadership, community engagement, and supporting individuals with diverse abilities.
This program is open to students entering high school through senior year who are interested in leadership, community engagement, and supporting individuals with diverse abilities.
50% – Direct Engagement: Working directly with Cortney’s Place members
50% – Project-Based Work: Planning and completing an individual or group project
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) are conditions that impact cognitive functioning, communication, learning, and/or physical abilities. These disabilities begin before the age of 18 and vary widely from person to person.
Individuals with IDD may experience differences in:
At Cortney’s Place, we focus on strengths, abilities, and potential. Interns play a key role in fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered.
Interns will have opportunities to engage in multiple areas of the program:
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As a Cortney’s Place intern, you are expected to:
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Interns will participate in weekly mini-trainings focused on:
Each intern will complete a project designed to build leadership and creativity. Examples include
Projects will be presented during the final week of the program.
At the conclusion of the program, interns will receive:
Projects will be presented during the final week of the program.
Upon completion, interns may be invited to join the Cortney’s Place Junior Board, providing an opportunity to continue their involvement and grow as leaders within the organization.
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